Please remember to bring Photographic ID with u for entry. International visitors PASSPORTS are required. Great Family Entertaiment, enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th century Coastal Artillery Fort. Amongst underground magazine, inside the Keep, fascinating artifacts and historial objects Walking tour approx 1 hr and 1/2 with a one of our friendly, knowlegable Tour Guides.

The spectacular 40-minute trip on the Queenscliff Sorrento Ferry Service links Melbourne’s most magnificent coastal regions: the Bellarine Peninsula and Mornington Peninsula.Both destinations have a vast number of attractions to explore. Then, from Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula, it’s a leisurely 2-hour scenic drive to Phillip Island and the famous Penguin Parade. From Queenscliff on the Bellarine Peninsula, you’re very close to the glorious Great Ocean Road.Stroll on board as a passenger or bring your car – it’s the fast convenient alternative to the drive of more than 200 km through the city from one peninsula to the other.All weather, hourly crossings, 7 Days…Two specially designed all-weather 60-metre ferries depart from both destinations on the hour, every hour, 7am to 6pm daily. Enjoy easy drive on/drive off facilities, spacious comfortable lounges with full-length windows, a tempting cafe and plenty of deck space. Spot dolphins all year, glide by spectacular coastline.

Basils Farm is situated on the majestic Swan Bay overlooking the historical town of Queenscliff. Featuring spectacular views, farm fresh cuisine and sophisticated wines set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, lush green lawns and vineyards. Wander through the stunning vegetable gardens that supply fresh produce to Basils Cafe or sit by the firepit with a glass of wine over winter. Live Music Sunday Sessions are held every Sunday from September to April, 12.30pm-3.30pm. Kids dining at Basils Farm can visit the llamas or play in the sandpit. Activity packs which include llama feed are available for purchase through the cafe. Dog friendly, please advise when booking. Christmas closure dates Saturday 23rd Dec 2023-Tuesday 2rd January 2024

Queenscliff Harbour is a bustling 250 berth marina with a working boatyard. Along the boardwalk is the dynamic retail precinct with restaurants, fresh seafood, pizza, ice-cream, coffee, charter/dive operators, fashion, gifts, bike hire, hairdressers & a day spa. Make sure to climb or catch the lift to the top of the 42m observation tower offering stunning 360° views of the bays natural beauty.

Discover the fascinating maritime heritage of Queenscliffe with a visit to this regional maritime museum, perched near the entrance to Port Phillip and its notorious 'Rip'. From the arrival of the early sailing ships more than 200 years ago, this picturesque coastal town has been shaped by boating activities and the maritime industries which have developed. From shipwrecks to heroic rescues, early fishermen and boat builders, light keepers and their technologies, sea pilots and divers, there are plenty of stories to discover. The last of the Queenscliff Lifeboats is the centrepiece of the museum. Even today, the museum sits adjacent to Queenscliff Harbour with its boating marina, and within walking distance of the Searoad Ferries. Guided museum group tours, and Point Lonsdale Lighthouse tours (conditions apply), are available by prior arrangement. Nautical gift shop available.

"The Rip", also known as "The Heads", is a dangerous stretch of water in Victoria, Australia, connecting Port Phillip and Bass Strait. It is the only entrance for shipping into Port Phillip and hence into Melbourne. Because of large tidal flows through the relatively narrow channel from the bay to the ocean, and a high rocky seabed, The Rip has claimed many ships and lives. Geographically, it is t

Queenscliff Gallery (QG), exhibits the artwork of Australian artists with a focus on original prints and works on paper. QG is housed in an 1868 Wesleyan church located on the Bellarine Peninsula. Please check the website for seasonal open hours and closures during exhibition changeovers.